Craft Instruments
Craft Test Equipment refers to the instruments used by telephone repair people to install and repair telephone circuits and equipment.
A Harris-Dracon TS-2x series (TS-22/DS ideal) handset/buttset is an absolute must.
| Description | Dracon Part Number |
|---|---|
| TS22DS Test Set with piercing pin cord | 22802-001 |
| TS22DS Test Set with C.O. 346A plug cord | 22802-004 |
| TS22DS Test Set with ground start cord | 22802-007 |
| TS22DS Test Set with C.O. 346A plug cord and 1500 ohm resistor cord | 22802-008 |
| TS22DS Test Set with angled bed-of-nails cord | 22802-009 |
| RJ-11 to RA-BON 6A Popper Clips Cord | P1980-009 |
| Replacement Linecord | P3218-246 |
Also, recommended is a ISDN craft set (Tektronix CT100 CraftTek or Dracon biTS-1). IDS also make a good system for testing digital lines (76B with T-1 module).
| Description | Dracon Part Number |
|---|---|
| biTS-1 ISDN Test Set | 25466-001 |
The other recommended item is a data butt set which should be used on high speed data circuits (Harris PTS-3).
| Description | Dracon Part Number |
|---|---|
| North American PTSIII with Traffic Identifier | 23701-205 |
| North American PTSIII with Traffic Identifier | 23701-206 |
| Sweden, Televerket, PTSIII | 23701-200 |
| European PTSIII with Traffic Identifier | 23701-001 |
| European PTSIII without Traffic Identifier | 23701-202 |
| Optional High Impedance Headset | P2370-001 |
| Replacement Linecord | P23701-002 |
Craft Line Aid Equipment
Craft Line Aid Equipment refers to the tone generator and tone detection equipment used to locate hidden wires and cables.
Progressive Electronics and Dracon are the two major manufacturers of line-aids.
The Dracon Master Hunter works well as does the PEI 200EP (recommend 2 of each).
| Description | Dracon Part Number |
|---|---|
| Tone Hunter | 27000-001 |
| Data Hunter | 27000-002 |
| Master Hunter | 27000-003 |
For tone generator everyone prefers the PEI 77HP/6A w/ Right Angle Popper clips (recommend at least 4-6 be available at all times). Don't forget to have 10-12 extra 9 volt ALKALINE batteries with the tool kit.
The PEI Model 501 is highly recommended for tracing overhead and underground cables. Buy two and a duct tape the 2nd sensor to a 30 ft collapsible fiberglass painters pole.
| Description | PEI Part Number |
|---|---|
| Tone Generator w/PVC Leads | Model 77M/6AC |
| Tone Generator w/Cloth Leads | Model 77M/6A |
| Inductive Amplifier Probe | Model 200EP |
| Tone Gen/Probe Case | Model 700C |
| Tone Gen/Probe/Case 3-piece Kit | Model 701K |
| Underground Cable Locator | Model 501 |
Another option is the system made by 3M (the Dynatel 2210 Cable Locator). It's a bit bulky, but is useful when tracing deeply buried cable or when the cable is inside metallic conduit... it can be a real life saver.
Cable Analyzer
The Dracon Cable Analyzer Model 77 is "hands down" the best stand alone unit to use when "bug-hunting" on telco facilities... a bit pricey... but worth every penny. Fully automatic, cost effective, and can check 100 lines for anomalies in seconds.
J.S. Popper Leads - Fluke TL-26
This is a special test lead which allows the technician to make an easier connection between a meter and telephone facilities, these leads are invaluable when working on 66M punchdown blocks. Suggest at least six sets be kept on hand.
SLR9A/AUT9 - Silent Line Tracer
2052WL - Wire And Device Locator
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